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The John Widdicomb Company is steeped in history and tradition. It is breathtaking in itsbeauty, solid in its foundation and legendary in its enduring legacy. It begins in 1845 inDevonshire, England, meanders through Syracuse, New York, settles in Grand Rapids,Michigan and in 2000 returns to its first American home in Syracuse, New York.
Widdicomb Timeline
1858 1863 1865
George Widdicomb settles inGrand Rapids, Michigan. He setsup a small cabinet shop with hisfour sons: “George Widdicomb & Sons.”
All four of George’s sons enlist in the Union Army, putting the furniture business on hiatus during the last years of the Civil War.
The Widdicomb boys return from duty in the Union Army toform a new furniture shop. The Widdicomb FurnitureCompany quickly gains a reputation as one of GrandRapids’ finest furniture makers.
History
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1845 – 1857
Furniture maker GeorgeWiddicomb emigrates fromDevonshire, England and sets up a cabinet shop in Syracuse, N.Y.
When in 1845 George Widdicomb left Devonshire, England he setup a cabinet shop in Syracuse NY where his fourth son, JohnWiddicomb was born. The family lived and worked in Syracuse andthe Central NY area until 1857 when they slowly moved westward,settling in Grand Rapids, Michigan. George gathered togethertwelve craftsmen and set up a small cabinet shop which prosperedfrom the start. His English training was different from the frontiertraining of the average small town cabinetmaker and his well madefurniture found a ready market. The name of that company wasGeorge Widdicomb and Sons. The outbreak of the Civil War put asudden end to the new enterprise, when the entire work forceincluding his four sons joined the Union army.
In 1867, with one brother lost in the war, the company reopenedas Widdicomb Brothers and Richards. In 1873 the companyincorporated as Widdicomb Furniture Company, a manufacturerof inexpensive bedroom furniture. After successfully bringing thecompany through the turbulent financial crisis of 1893, John leftthis company to form his own. Meanwhile, the Widdicomb FurnitureCompany under the leadership of John’s older brother William,continued through the turn of the century making period style SanDomingo (Haitian) Mahogany and Tabasco (Mexican) Mahogany
wood bedroom furniture. The company introduced its first modernpieces in 1928, and by 1938 had ceased all production of traditionaland revival styles. Lines designed in the 1940s and 1950s by T. H.Robsjohn Gibbings and George Nakashima made WiddicombFurniture Company an important producer of Mid CenturyModern furniture.
Ralph Widdicombe, a nephew of John, had earlier become interestedin the designing of fine furniture, and when his uncle branched outfor himself, Ralph joined him. For fifty-three years until his retirement in 1951, all John Widdicomb Company Furniture wasdesigned by Ralph Widdicombe, known as the Dean of furnituredesigners. Ralph Widdicombe always retained the old English spellingof his name ending with the “e”.
Although Ralph Widdicombe will always be remembered best for hisclassical designs, he was awarded first prize for his Modern bedroomsuite at the Paris Exposition in 1900. In 1924, working from modelshe had procured in Europe, Ralph Widdicombe introduced Louis XVProvincial designs, which were the first of their kind to be made in thiscountry, and started the wave of popularity for French Provincial thatstill continues.
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1894, 1896 1897 1900 1924
John Widdicomb establisheshis own company, the JohnWiddicomb Company, makinginterior woodwork andfireplace mantels.
Ralph Widdicombe, JohnWiddicomb’s primary designer,is awarded a gold medal at theParis Exposition for his modernebedroom suite. Ralph eventuallybecomes known as the “Dean ofFurniture Design.”
John Widdicomb Companyintroduces its Louis XV Provincialdesigns. The collection isrecognized for creating a wave ofpopularity for French Provincialfurniture that continues today.
The Widdicomb FurnitureCompany joins Stickley BrothersFurniture Company to open afurniture storehouse in London.Albert Stickley and JohnWiddicomb travel togetherthroughout Britain andContinental Europe looking fornew furniture ideas.
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The John Widdicomb Company was instrumental in the creation of the the Grand Rapids Furniture Makers Guild. The AmericanFurniture Market had been held in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1878 and The Grand Rapids Furniture Guild and its related companies were leaders in the American furnituremanufacturing industry.
John Stuart joined the company as Director and Sales Manager in 1929. He later became General Manager and Vice President and in 1943 he was named President of John Widdicomb. Shortly afterJohn Stuart, Inc. was formed. It appears it had been a separate company that ran the designer showroom in New York and later inPhiladelphia. In 1964 John Stuart, Inc. and John Widdicomb collaborated in the building and opening of a 23 room showroom inthe D&D Building in New York.
The Widdicomb name, which had been shared by two manufacturerssince John left his father in 1897, was brought together again in1970 when the John Widdicomb Company purchased the nameand goodwill of the Widdicomb Furniture Company, the latterhaving ceased production several years previously.
Gerald R. Ford of Grand Rapids became president of the UnitedStates of America in 1974. That year the John Widdicomb Companywas purchased by Hickory Furniture who later sold it in 1986 to aninvestment group called “Widdicomb Associates”. This era witnessedthe introduction of a new collection of English furniture designed bythe internationally renowned designer, Mario Buatta.
Once more the John Widdicomb Company was sold in 1996 to theGrand Rapids Furniture Company and Jim Devries became chairman.
1924 1951 1970 2002
Ralph Widdicombe, “Dean ofFurniture Designers,” retires after 53 years as the primarydesigner of John WiddicombCompany furniture.
The Widdicomb FurnitureCompany is purchased by JohnWiddicomb Company, unitingthe “Widdicomb” name underone organization for the first timein 73 years.
L. & J.G. Stickley purchased theassets of the John WiddicombCompany and moved productionof this product to their state ofthe art manufacturing plant inManlius, New York.
The 1990’s brought many changes including the launching of a newcompany “Bexley Heath, Ltd.” which was absorbed by JohnWiddicomb in 1998. The John Widdicomb Company manufacturingoperations and offices were moved to the newly renovated GrandRapids furniture campus at 560 Fifth Street, the former Widdicombplant. It was also in 1998 that the John Widdicomb company signedan exclusive licensing agreement with the Victoria & AlbertMuseum in London, England. The Victoria & Albert Museum is thelargest museum of the decorative arts in the world.
In May of 2002, The John Widdicomb Company closed its GrandRapids doors and a new chapter in the history of this revered companybegan. L. & J.G. Stickley, Inc. purchased the assets of JohnWiddicomb Company furniture and moved its production to theirstate of the art factory in Manlius, New York under the ownership ofMr. and Mrs. Alfred and Aminy Audi.
The John Widdicomb line includes nearly one hundred French,Italian, English, and Russian reproductions, as well as a broad rangeof pieces from the Moderne tradition of the early 20th century, all ofwhich are crafted in limited quantities and in the tradition of highestquality for which the Widdicomb name has been internationallyknown for over one hundred forty-five years.
John Widdicomb furniture is available through fine retail showroomsworld wide, and to interior designers through design showrooms inmajor cities in the United States.
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John Widdicomb Companyintroduces its Louis XV Provincialdesigns. The collection isrecognized for creating a wave ofpopularity for French Provincialfurniture that continues today.
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Opposite:JW-5583 Russian China Top, JW-5582 Russian Credenza
photograph pages 6-7:JW-5972 Lyre Back Arm Chair, JW-5971 Lyre Back Side Chair, JW-5991 Cheshire Double Pedestal Dining Table
Its splendor evidences the fusion of English forms and a deeply ingrained feeling of the principles of national art. The composition is particularly remarkablefor its compound serpentine configuration, and its sumptuous patterns of veneers and inlays. The top is resplendent with walnut book-matched veneers
and crossbanding; oval inlays of maple and tulip wood, framed by walnut benchwork. Embellished doors, ebony inlays accentuate the posts and aninlaid holly and ebony medallion emblazons the raised pane on the center drawer. Similarly noteworthy are the cove-shaped top edge, contrasting
brass Greco-Roman lion mask ring pulls and tapered quadrangular feet. The piece features three drawers, with aPacific Silvercloth® insert in the center drawer, four doors and an adjustable wood shelf in each compartment.
JW-5583Russian China Top 78” W x 20” D x 51” H
JW-5582 Russian Credenza 78” W x 20” D x 37” HTop has book-matched French Walnut veneers and crossbanding. Doors feature oval inlays ofmaple and tulip wood, framed by walnut benchwork.
The form of this serpentine credenza was taken from the dressing room table used byCatherine the Great of Russia.
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Opposite:JW-7064 Queen Anne Baroque Side Chair, JW-7065 Queen Anne Baroque Arm Chair, JW-7191 Georgian Dining Table,JW-5582 Russian Credenza, JW-1732 Neoclassical Etagere
JW-5590Russian China Cabinet(Triple) Consists of right, centerand left units.126 1/4” W x 19” D x 86” H
This distinctively Russian neo-classical china cabinet features gilted dentil and egg-and-dart moulding that follows the horizontal line of the cornice;and the frieze, which contains inlays of Karelian birch outlined with ebony between a pair of brass medallions. The frames of the beveled glass doors
and ends are also outlined in gilted egg-and-dart moulding while the corner posts contain Karelian birch inlays between a brass capital and base. Thecabinet features a plinth base; touch-controlled lighting, adjustable 3/8” plate grooved glass shelves and is available with an antique mirror, fabric or
wood inside back. Crafted in cherry solids with cherry and Karelian birch veneers.
The original cabinets lined an impressive wing of the Hermitagein St. Petersburg, but were destroyed by fire.
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JW-5588Russian China Cabinet(Single)44 3/4” W x 19” D x 86” H
JW-5589Russian China Cabinet(Double) Consists of right andleft units.85 1/2” W x 19” D x 86” H
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JW-5971Lyre Back Side Chair 21 3/4” W x 22 5/16” D x 39 5/16” HSeat height 18”, Seat depth 19”
JW-5972Lyre Back Arm Chair 23” W x 22 5/16” D x 39 5/16” HSeat height 18”, Seat depth 19”Arm height 27”
JW-7064Queen Anne Baroque Side Chair 22 1/2” W x 22 5/8” D x 38 1/2” HSeat height 18”, Seat depth 17” Mahogany
JW-7065Queen Anne Baroque Arm Chair 24” W x 23” D x 38 1/2” HSeat height 18 1/2”, Seat depth 18” Arm height 26 1/2”Mahogany
An English interpretation of Baroque outlines is noticeable in the unityof curved lines displayed by this comfortable Queen Anne design. Arefinement of scale and detail is evident in the gentle lines of the cabriolelegs, embellished with delicately carved shell and foliated designs.Elegantly poised on small pad feet, it features carved scrolls where theposts meet the curved French walnut splat back. Carved scrolls on thesinuous open arm chair echo the carving on the back posts. Crafted inmahogany, these chairs feature pull-over seats outlined with a welt.
Classic example of late Georgian chairs, featuring a double-arched backembellished by beaded carving and a pierced lyre back splat centered bya fine marquetry fan medallion executed in satinwood. Also featuringinset, beaded carving are the square tapering legs, which support theupholstered seat, and on the arm chair, the gracefully sculpted arms.
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JW-5571Russian Side Chair 20 1/2” W x 22” D x 37” HSeat height 18” Seat depth 17”
JW-5572Russian Arm Chair 23 3/4” W x 22 3/4” D x 37” HSeat height 18”, Seat depth 18”Arm height 26 1/4”
JW-1773Klismos Side Chair 21” W x 22 1/4” D x 37 1/2” HSeat height 17 1/2”, Seat depth 18”
JW-1774Klismos Arm Chair 23 1/2” W x 24 3/16” D x 37 1/2” HSeat height 18”, Seat depth 191/2”Arm height 25 1/2”
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The passion for classical designs, rekindled by the late 18th and early19th century excavations of Pompeii and Herculaneum, lives on in thismodern interpretation of the Greek Klismos Chairs. While firmly rootedin the ancient past, the underlying features of these chairs—the curvedtop rail and the backposts with scroll designs—reach across the centuriesto achieve a fresh refinement for a new millenium. Crafted in solidcherry and available in any cherry finish. Available with or withoutgold trim shown here.
Distinguished by a grace and beauty of its own, this neoclassic Russianshield-back design from the period of Alexander I represents a lyricaladaptation of the 18th century English influences, previosuly introducedby English craftsmen working at the court of Catherine II. The design isparticularly notable for the gently rounded curving posts; curved andpierced backrest; tapering legs and, on the arm chair, the curved openarms. Crafted in cherry solids, these chairs feature optional hand-applied gold trim.
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Opposite:JW-9896 Staffordshire Dining Table, JW-1774 Klismos Arm Chair, JW-1773 Klismos Side Chair
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JW-5597Russian Dining Table68” W x 44” D x 30” Hextends to 109” with two 20 1/2” fillers with aprons.
JW-9896Staffordshire Dining Table83 1/4” W x 53 1/4” D x 30” Hextends to 122 1/4” with two 19 1/2” fillers. Features achamfer-cornered top with broken stripe mahogany bordered by satinwood.
Inspired by the grandeur of the late Georgian period, this dining table, crafted in mahogany solids and veneers,features a chamfer-cornered top veneered with broken stripe mahogany. A satinwood border is separated fromthe mahogany field by a tulipwood stripe. Four pentagonal legs, accentuated on two sides by tapering flutes,support the top. The face of the legs are routed and addressed with an insert of fret overlay. The fluting of thelegs carries over to the apron rails to create continuity and interest along these long horizontal members.
The splendor of this Russian table from the period of Catherine II is characterized by a top of closely matchedFrench Walnut veneers, framed by an ebony inlay and quartered veneers; with a similarly veneered apron. The table is very much in the style of David Roentgen, particularly evident in the brass ornaments against a painted black field on the posts, and the brass sabots embellishing the tapered quadrangular legs, accentedwith optional gold trim.
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JW-9882ARegency Sideboard72” W x 20 1/2 D x 37 1/2” HCrotch mahogany veneer door panels.
JW-7191Georgian Dining Table78” W x 46 1/8” D x 30 1/2” Hextends to 132” with three 18”fillers with aprons. Walnutinlayed with Satinwood
JW-5991Cheshire Double PedestalDining Table78” W x 46” D x 30 1/8” Hextends to 132” with three 18” fillers.
A substantial extension dining table featuring beautiful veneers, elegant details and quality constructionthroughout. The solid mahogany carved and turned feet are surmounted with concave-sided, tripartite bases.Solid mahogany, turned and tapered columns rise from the bases, complete with hand carved and optionalgilded bracelets. The top is a field of book-matched, feather crotch mahogany with a short-grain edge and features a conforming, recessed apron optionally trimmed in gold.
The trend towards magnificence in furnishings, bred by Georgian prosperity, is well exemplified in this table.Extravagantly figured Circassian walnut, inlaid with satinwood, edged with gadroon carving and surmounting a solid mahogany apron, distinguishes the top. Equally magnificent are the mahogany turned column pedestals supported by reeded sabre legs, embellished with acanthus leaf hand carvings and capped with brass ferrules on casters, which facilitate extending the table.
Design elements from an early 19th century cabinet inspired this elegant sideboard. This regency-styled breakfront sideboard has three drawers withcustom brass hardware and four doors across the front. The center drawer has a tray for Pacific Silvercloth® liners. Each door is embelllished with exoticcrotch mahogany veneer and opens to reveal an adjustable shelf. Four turned, tapered and fluted posts ending in turned round feet support the uniquely shaped top. An ebony line creates the border on the mahogany top. Gold trim is optional.
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This architecturally beautiful etagere draws its form from a 19th century German neoclassical design. The etagere features a stepped top panel veneeredin solid cherry, surrounded by a classical carved and gilt egg-and-dart moulding. The top rests on four curved supports, lacquered black and headed by four cast brass aegricane, or ram’s heads, that enclose three fixed shelves and terminate in cast brass hoof ornaments. The ram’s head was a commonmotif in Greek and Roman art. The whole is raised on a conforming rectangular veneered platform.
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JW-1732Neoclassical Etagere29” W x 21 1/2” D x 56 1/4” H
JW-7516British India Mirror38 3/4” W x 72” H
The Eastern composition of this Indian syle mirror with its engrailedtop silhouette borrows its form from the age-old architecture of theIndian subcontinent. The style termed “Oriental” was considered acuriosity by the British. An 18th century period mirror of this type wasprized for its exotic romanticism. This extravagent piece, crafted of selecthardwoods, boasts a coffered configuration of sixty-four individual piecesof beveled mirror, surrounded by a moulded frame available with awide range of optional intricate finishes and decorations to select form.
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The ram’s head was a common motif in Greek and Roman art.
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JW-7341Robert Adam Demi-Lune Commode51 1/2” W x 16 3/8” D x 35 7/8” HShown with optional marble top -M2
JW-7345George III Door Cabinet43 3/4” W x 21 3/4” D x 36” H
This elegant 18th century George III English cabinet features a serpentine top veneered with interlocking oval patterns of crotchmahogany veneer, carefully defined with a black inlay line and surrounded by a quartered satinwood border, decorated with trails ofscrolls and foliage. The two doors follow the top in form and decorationand are centered with a vertical brass astragal moulding. The enclosureis fitted with two trays and one adjustable shelf. Raised on a complementary waved apron and fitted with splayed bracket feet, thisexceptional cabinet is crafted in mahogany solids and select mahoganyand satinwood veneers.
Inspired by neoclassical furniture developed by Robert Adam for English interiors in the 18th century, this semi-elliptical commode, profusely decoratedwith neoclassical motifs, embodies the Adam style in cabinetmaking. The top rests on a frieze rail decorated with architectural ornaments of swagsand urns, and the single top drawer is centered by a classical wreath. Three panels feature classical ornaments and are traced on their peripherywith lanquet style mouldings. The single locked door opens to one adjustable shelf and the whole is raised on four carved toupie feet. The cabinetis crafted in cherry solids and veneers.
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JW-5789Regency Commode38” W x 16” D x 32” H
This Louis XVI design is particularly interesting for its protruding block front, extending from the fillet andsquare-shaped top through the two drawers to the apron. Other notable design elements are the chamfered frontcorners, tapering quadrangular front legs, shaped bottom rail, solid brass ring pulls with medallion backplates,and brass escutcheon. Crafted in cherry veneers, this piece is available in any cherry, paint or lacquer finishwith Regency decoration and gold trim standard.
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JW-2710Russian Chest52 3/8” W x 21 3/16” D x 38” H
Inspired by the Louis XVI period, this new interpretation in walnut solids and French walnut veneers bringsRussian influence to a grand salon while maintaining its neoclassic identity. Bold geometric shapes withMacasssar ebony inserts enhance the impressive drawers of this robust drawer chest of 18th-century Russian origins. The patterns are surrounded in brass and set with hand-cast brass drop-handles and pulls. Availablewith either a wood top echoing geometric shapes or faux marble options, each conforming to the canted cornersas do the fluted posts and canted legs.
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JW-5940Neoclassical Console Table 62” W x 20” D x 36” H
This elegant Adam style, demi-lune console table is noteable for its excellent proportions and rich detail. Numerous neoclassical elements are incorporated, reflecting the fascination of 18th century designers, such as Robert Adam and George Hepplewhite, wih the archeological excavations in ancient Rome. The console features four reeded, tapered legs, each headed by an acanthus carving and terminating in a lotus flower carving. The fluted, demi-lune apron supports a conforming, resplendent top of quartered figured mahogany featuring a ribbon inlay of walnut burl; a leaf pattern with inlays of crotch swirl mahogany burl and maple; and a border of short-grain Santos rosewood.
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JW-5993Center Table40” D x 30” H
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JW-5593Russian Center Table48” D x 30” H
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Regency Center Table featuring a sunburst crotch mahogany top with a center star medallion of quartered macassar ebony and quartered tropical olive; a recessed apron with a molded edge; a turned andtapered column adorned with carved bracelets; and a tripartite basewith concave sides resting on turned and carved feet.Gold trim is optional.
This sculptural 19th century Russian center table features a beautiful marquetry inlaid top of fine exotic veneers. The center with its star of satinwoodis framed by a field of exquisite walnut surrounded by a border of Karelian birch inset with maple and walnut burl. The whole is raised on threeshaped supports resting on an arched, tripartite platform terminating in brass paw feet with conforming pads. Gold trim is optional.
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JW-6381Waldorf Sofa94” W x 37 1/2” D x 35” HSeat height 21” , Seat depth 20”Arm height: 26”Width between arms: 66”
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This sofa exudes romance and sophistication. Characterized by an artfully hand-tufted serpentine back and pleated rolled arms. It features eight-wayhand tied spring construction, a curvilinear boxed seat cushion with welt and a deep pleaed skirt.
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JW-3222Neoclassical Cocktail Table 40 1/2” W x 24 1/2” D x 19 1/16” H
This graceful 19th century French neoclassic-inspired cocktail table features a rectangular top wth demi-luneends and a moulded edge inset with blind vitruvian scroll fretwork. The border surrounding the insethand-beveled glass top is carefullly hand decorated with scrolling acanthus leaves and floral motifs. The toprests on six turned posts which are joined by concave stretchers ending in toupie feet.
JW-9828English Rose Cocktail Table52” W x 36” D x 20 1/8” H
Reminiscent of 17th century carvings, this cocktail table features an apron adorned with a Greek key pattern and English rosettes. The top of highly figured walnut veneer features a reverse diamond inlayexecuted with short grain walnut veneers. Graceful hand carved, turned, tapered and fluted legs descend
to decorative feet.
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JW-7328Southhill Cocktail Table 54” W x 34” D x 22” H
This handsome cocktail table of early 19th century Regency influence is an anthology of classical motifs. AGreek inspired, inlaid band of satinwood and select veneers, cornered with classical palmettes, frames the topof matched American walnut stump of Angelstep figure. The movement of water- a favorite classical theme - is simulted in the richly carved frieze rail. The channeled sabre legs, solid-brass lion masks andhand-carved paw feet complete the decorative return to antiquity.
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JW-2771Iribe Salon Chair 27” W x 33” D x 44 1/2” HSeat height 21” , Seat depth 22”
The fluid lines and assured style of this upholstered salon chair, inspired by the 20th century French designer Paul Iribe, bring a noticeable feelingof grandeur to a room. A continuous band of solid cherry outlines the sweeping curve of the high back and rounded seat.
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JW-2708Rateau Occasional Table 15 1/2” D x 24 5/16” H
The organically shaped column of this round occasional table conveys the look of a natural form. In this interpretation of the original design by the early 20th-century French master D’Armand Albert Rateau,the pedestal is enlivened with vertical reeding and the base with spiral carving. A lacquered field of gold-leafsquares embellishing the simple round top is protected by a glass insert as a practical consideration. With itsclean lines and casual scale, this table is an artful companion to a modern chair. Also available with tortoise shell top.
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JW-0650-L Leleu Chaise (Left side facing)76” W x 27” D x 38” HSeat height 14 1/2” Arm height 22”
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JW-2761Chareau Bench48” W x 16” D x 23” H Seat height 17”
Reminiscent of antique “fainting couches”, this impressive chaise is alluring and inviting. Inspired by the works of Jules and Andre Leleu and madewith a continuously curved mahogany frame, this truly is furniture as art.
This unpretentious bench, inspired by the 20th century French designer Pierre Chareau, proves that there canbe great elegance in simplicity. The low, outward curving sides and straight seat are softened with upholstery.The exposed frame and sturdy legs of solid cherry, reinforced with horizontal stretchers, make this design ahandsome and practical resting place, suited to a variety of decorative schemes.
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JW-0650-R Leleu Chaise(Right side facing)
JW-2720Tripod Table 26” D x 27 1/2” H
In style and detail, this round occasional table, presents a fresh version of the neoclassical ideal. The twelve-piece cherry sunburst top is supported by three gracefully splayed legs headed by voluted scrolls andtrimmed with crisp brass sabots. The circular top and shaped shelf below make this table in cherry solids asophisticated yet serviceable companion piece for a sofa or chaise.
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JW-2762Grand Chareau Bench60” W x 16” D x 23” H Seat height 17”
This truly is furniture as art.
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JW-2769Chareau Club Chair33” W x 32 1/2” D x 31” HSeat height 18 3/4” , Seat depth 19 3/4” Arm height 25”
A series of planes fan out in an orderly sweep, defining the unusual gondola back of this upholstered club chair. The subtle angularity of the formis characteristic of the style of Pierce Chareau, the 20th century French designer whose work inspired this design. Cherry edging of sides and backemphasizes the chair's at-ease style and roomy proportions. Out-turned, solid-cherry legs flank the wide seat, conveying a sense of command in eventhe most relaxed situation.
JW-0603 Jules Leleu Club Chair31 1/2” W x 32 1/2” D x 30 1/2” HSeat height 18 1/2” Arm Height 23 1/2”
Inspired by a chair designed in 1927 by Jules Leleu for a private residence, this club chair is as comfortable as it is handsome. Crafted of solid cherry, the turned and fluted front legs taper elegantly. Optional large scalebrass nail heads trim the curved back and sides, and the loose seat cushion is suspended on eight-way hand tied springs.
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JW-7530Saracenic Occasional Table26” D x 29 1/2” H
The top of this elegant occasional table is inspired by 5th century Indian printed textiles. The radiant inlaypattern is a study in exotic native Indian woods. Satinwood, Indian rosewood and Macassar ebony are com-bined to form a lotus petal design. The top rests on an inlaid freize composed of saracenic motifs executed inIndian rosewood, teak and faux ivory with penwork decoration. The table is raised on five sabre legs terminating in brass sabots and joined by an arched stretcher centered with a cinquefoliated boss.
JW-6321 George III Occasional Table21” W x 21” D x 27” H
JW-6322Chinoiserie Occasional Table21” W x 21” D x 27” H
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Early 19th century George III table featuring a top inlaid with a geometric star and bordered with an interlocking pattern of triangles of olive and wenge veneers, then outlined with a thin band of rosewood.The apron has a scalloped edge with a staccato frieze of gilt rosettes, accented at the corners with turnedinverted finials. Four reverse-curved legs joined by a concave quatrefoil stretcher scroll inward trimmed in optional gold.
From the top down this early 19th-century George III table exudes eccentricity and charm. The square top is skillfully hand-painted with unique chinoiserie scenes bordered by geometric and floral motifs. The scalloped apron sports a staccato frieze of gilt rosettes, punctuated at the corners with inverted finials. Playful reverse curve legs further distinguish this piece as a lively addition to the English country style.
JW-5509Russian Lamp Table
26 3/8” D x 29 1/2” H
JW-9804 Teapoy Pedestal Table 30” D x 28” H
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This Russian neoclassic design has a strong French influence evident in the wealth of brass embellishment:the ribbon-and-reed moulding; Egyptian-style caryatids, or female figures, beading which accentuates theoutline of the tapered legs, ending in foliated sabots.
This inlaid pedestal table draws its inspiration from a Regency Teapoy crafted in rosewood and decorated withparquetry of various woods in geometric patterns. The circular top is veneered with concentric bands ofMadrona burl, French walnut and Rosewood, each band divided by an ebony line. The top is supported by arosewood and gilt moulded frieze on a turned, tapered and reeded stem with a flared collar. The concave-sidedquadripartite base, with four scrolled square tapering legs, ends with brass paw feet and casters.
JW-4230Emilio Terry Sculptural Table29” D x 28” H
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Like the neoclassic designs of Emilio Terry, the French architect and dreamer, this small sculptural tableachieves great stylistic refinement. The circular top features an elaborate geometric inlay of walnut burl,Indian rosewood, and Circassian walnut set in a field of maple burl and banded with Macassar ebony.Four sculptural legs joined by an open basket intersect at the base, resting their up-turned curves on fine-pointed feet. The design is reminiscent of Continental furniture of the early 19th-century.
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Opposite:JW-2775Louise XV Chaise39 1/2” W x 68” D x 36 1/2” HSeat height 21 1/2”
Luxury takes on voluptuous proportions in this upholstered Louis XV inspired chaise with shaped back and sides. The frame of mahogany solids inantique finish provides traditional support with its seat rail of sinuous curves flowing seamlessly into cabriole legs. A shiny row of brass mails trimsthe seat, where a long, soft cushion and a tailored back pillow extend an invitation to repose.
JW-4819Wheelback Arm Chair 26” W x 26” D x 39 1/2” HSeat height 20”, Seat depth 19”Arm height 27”
These stylized 18th century chairs are distinguished by their pierced and carved oval wheel backs, horizontallyserpentine aprons, crisply carved rosette on the front cornersand back rail, straight quadrangular front legs onblock feet, and on the arm chair, the carved sinuous open arms.Gold trim is optional.
JW-4818Wheel Back Side Chair 20” W x 25” D x 39” HSeat height 19 1/2”, Seat depth 19”
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JW-1408B (Queen)Sunburst Low Post Bed 66 1/2” W x 88” D x 53” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1408L (King)Sunburst Low Post Bed 82 1/2” W x 88” D x 53” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1408CL (Cal. King)Sunburst Low Post Bed 78 1/2” W x 92” D x 53” HHeadboard height 52” JW-1410 interior JW-1411 interior
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JW-1410 Wardrobe 44” W x 24” D x 78” HMahogany and English Sycamore.
JW-1411 Door Chest 44” W x 24” D x 78” HMahogany and English Sycamore.
JW-1412-PD Entertainment Cabinet44” W x 24” D x 78” HTV opening 37” W x 22 1/2” D x 30” HMahogany and English Sycamore.Features four doors, lower doors concealdrawers and shelves.
JW-1413-PD Entertainment Chest44” W x 24” D x 78” HTV opening 37” W x 22 1/2” D x 30” HSame interior design as upper section of JW-1412.
This Cubist-style wardrobe, resplendent in ribbon mahogany, rests on blockfeet and features door and drawer fronts veneered with figured Englishsycamore and trimmed with polished nickel hardware. The doors open toreveal three drawers and one adjustable shelf on the left and two adjustableshelves and a clothes rod on the right. Three large lower drawers provide amplestorage space. Also available as a standard door chest with shelves as dividers,or as an entertainment cabinet. Shown with polished nickel bar pulls.
This Moderne bed, crafted in mahogany solids, features obelisk-shaped low posts and bed panels veneered in a spectacular radiating sunburst pattern of figured English sycamore.
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The Moderne bedroom suite won a gold medal in Paris after its introduction in 1900.
JW-1412 interior
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This Cubist-style triple dresser, resplendent in ribbon mahogany, rests on block feet and features drawer fronts veneered with dramatic figuredEnglish sycamore shown above with polished nickel stylized pulls, and at left with polished nickel bar pulls. Four large center drawers are flankedon each side by four smaller drawers; a jewelry tray is provided in the top right drawer.
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JW-1416 Mirror50” W x 2 1/2” D x 38” H
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JW-1415 Triple Dresser74” W x 21” D x 35” H
Rectangle landscape mirrorfeaturing a beveled outer frameof figured English sycamorewith a mahogany chamferredinner frame and outer edge.
JW-1417 Tall Chest40” W x 21” D x 60” H
Features ribbon mahoganyveneer with mahogany solidsand English sycamore veneerdrawer fronts. Seven drawers.Two removeable dividers in thetop two drawers. Shown withpolihsed nickel bar pulls.
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This Moderne bed, crafted in mahogany solids, features a high postheadboard with bed panels veneered in a spectacular radiating sunburst pattern of figured English sycamore; low footboard.
This Moderne bed, crafted in mahogany solids, features obelisk-shaped high posts and bed panels veneered in a spectacularradiating sunburst pattern of figured English sycamore.
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JW-1407B (Queen)Sunburst High Post Bed 66 1/2” W x 88” D x 80” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1407L (King)Sunburst High Post Bed 82 1/2” W x 88” D x 80” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1407CL (Cal. King)Sunburst High Post Bed 78 1/2” W x 92” D x 80” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1407BLFB (Queen)Sunburst High Post Bedwith Low Footboard 66 1/2” W x 88” D x 80” HHeadboard height 52”Footboard posts 14 5/16”
JW-1407LLFB (King)Sunburst High Post Bedwith Low Footboard 82 1/2” W x 88” D x 80” HHeadboard height 52” Footboard posts 14 5/16”
JW-1407CLLFB(Cal. King)Sunburst High Post Bedwith Low Footboard 78 1/2” W x 92” D x 80” HHeadboard height 52” Footboard posts 14 5/16”
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This Moderne bed, crafted in mahogany solids, features obelisk-shaped low posts and bed panels upholstered in fabric or leather.
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JW-1401Single Drawer Night Stand 30” W x 20” D x 28” H
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JW-1402Three-Drawer Night Stand34” W x 20” D x 28” H
The Cubist night stand, resplendent in ribbon mahogany, rests on a block feet and features three identicaldrawers. The drawer fronts are veneered with dramatic figured English sycamore and trimmed with oiled bronze hardware.
The Cubist night stand, resplendent in ribbon mahogany, rests on a plinth base and features a single drawer with open storage space above and below. The drawer front is veneered with dramatic figuredEnglish sycamore and trimmed with polished nickel hardware.
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JW-1406B (Queen)Low Post Bed with Upholstered Panels 66 1/2” W x 88” D x 53” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1406L (King)Low Post Bed with Upholstered Panels82 1/2” W x 88” D x 53” HHeadboard height 52”
JW-1406CL (Cal. King)Low Post Bed with Upholstered Panels78 1/2” W x 92” D x 53” HHeadboard height 52”
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JW-1405B (Queen)High Post Bed with Upholstered Panels 66 1/2” W x 88” D x 80” H Headboard height 52”
JW-1405L (King)High Post Bed with Upholstered Panels82 1/2” W x 88” D x 80” H Headboard height 52”
JW-1405CL (Cal. King)High Post Bed with Upholstered Panels78 1/2” W x 92” D x 80” H Headboard height 52”
JW-1405 Series is available with optional low footboard JW-1405BLFB (Queen)JW-1405LLFB (King)JW-1405CLLFB (Cal. King)Footboard posts 14 15/16”
Cubism was a highly influential art style of the early 19th century, inspired by artists like Picasso and Braque.
Finish Information
The Widdicomb Classics Collection is unsurpassed in the variety,complexity and quality of its finishes. Our wood finishes are specifically formulated to accentuate the character of the grain andtexture of the woods for which they have been designed.
We always begin with the finest woods and veneers gathered fromsecure sources throughout the world. Skilled artisans use a variety oftechniques to facilitate penetration of stains deep into the grain, inorder to enhance their natural contrasts.
Highlighting, toning and shading are kept to a minimum in order to allow the natural beauty of the wood to rise to prominence. Wood finishes are treated to a series of applications of the finest clear lacquers available, which are then rubbed and polished into adeep, rich patina.
With similar passion for their craft, other finishers execute the finestpaint, faux, and laquer compositions, as well as a wide variety of decorative arts including hand painted designs, chinoiserie landscapes, and applications of gold and silver gilt.
If it is possible that our standard finish offering cannot satisfy a particular requirement that you may have, please ask.Custom finish matching is always an available option.Jo
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Wood Finishes
Each finish color offered for the Widdicomb ClassicsCollection has been custom formulated for quality and consistency in the application to a specific wood species.
When reviewing individual item listings, a single charactercode is listed to represent the available finish grouping forthe item. The wood finish groupings are based on the primary wood species and can be found in the table of standard wood finishes. For each species, a range of colortone is available and is indicated by the numeric element of the designation. The higher the number, the darker the tone.
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C40 C50 C60 C70 C90
M40 M50 M60 M70 M90
W40 W50 W60 W70
B20 S30 Y10 Y30
C40 C50 C60 C70 C90
M40 M50 M60 M70 M90
W40 W50 W60 W70
B20 S30 Y10 Y30
Each finish is offered with a choice of light distressing or nodistressing with hand rubbing, done to your specificationby some of the finest craftsmen in the industry. Your selec-tion of distress and sheen as well as trim applicationsenables you to customize our standard finishes to satisfyyour specific style and taste.
In addition to trim options, both the distress and sheenmust be specified on your purchase order. On orders placedwithout distress and sheen specified we will select one foryou based on our interpretation of the design and traditionof the individual piece.
PrimaryWood Specie
Cherry C40 C50 C60 C70 C90
M40 M50 M60 M70 M90
W40 W50 W60 W70
Y10 Y30
S30
B20
Mahogany
Walnut
Sycamore
Satinwood
Karelian Birch
Light10
Light20
Light30
Light40
Light50
Light60
Light70
Light80
Dark90
StandardWoodFinishes Y90
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P10 P45/TP45
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Paint Finishes
The art of painted finishes was historically used on traditional pieces before lacquer finishes were brought toEurope from Japan.
The paint finishes for the Widdicomb Classics Collectionhave been developed and refined to present not just a color,but a combination of texture, technique, distress and sheen.Due to the complex harmony of these many facts we recommend that you refer to your samples when selectingone of these finishes.
Each paint finish involves a degree of distressing and rubbing, and deviation from the predefined combinations is subject to an up-charge as a special finish. When considering such changes always contact Customer Service for availability and pricing.
When specifying paint or lacquer finishes it is not necess-sary to specify a distress or sheen.
Standard Paint Finish
P10 White Tessarae - White paint, worn through to lightcolored wood with traces of fine cracklings, lightdistressing and antiqued; eggshell rub.
P45 Black Bone - A smooth black paint finish, lightlyglazed creating soft appearance. No distress and a flatsheen.
Trim
See images and table below for trim options.
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TS15/ML2 TG20/ML3 TG22/ML4 TG24/ML5
TS15 Aged Silver ML2
TG20 Gilt, Satin rub ML3
TG22 Matte Gold ML4
TG24 Gold, rubbed through to base ML5
Trim These trim colors are available for paint, lacquerand wood finishes. When used as a trim, specify:
When used as a metalleaf finish, specify:
Lacquer Finishes
The Widdicomb Classics Collection’s many lacquered finishes offer a wide range of colors and effects that are suitable for smooth surfaced pieces.
Our standard lacquer finishes are not available on all species of wood. Please consult individual item listings for availability.
Tortoise Shell Lacquer: Historic objects d’art of tortoiseshell were the basis for our interpretation in the L55 andL60 finishes.
Mottled Lacquer: These stain rub lacquers are created with muted variations of color. Each finish is enhanced with glazed shading and highlighting. Our mottled lacquers are L35 and L40.
Finishes marked with anasterisk (*) are not available on all items. Individual itemlistings in the price list willindicate these exclusions.
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F82 Green Faux No Distress High Satin
F88 Black & Gold Faux No Distress High Polish
F90 Black Jewel Faux No Distress High Polish
F92 Verde Antique Faux No Distress High Polish
Faux Finishes
L10 Black Polish No Distress Satin
L35* Cinnabar Red Mottled No Distress Satin
L40* Bottle Green Mottled No Distress Satin
L55* Brown Tortoiseshell No Distress Satin
L60* Gold Brown Tortoiseshell No Distress High Satin
Lacquer Finishes
Faux and marble aggregate finishes were developed for topsonly. Availability and cost offaux finishes is indicated in theindividual item’s listing in theprice list. If you are interestedin applying a faux finish to atop where availability is notindicated, contact your designeror sales associate for pricing.Similarily, for price and availability of entire pieces inthese finishes, please inquire.
F82 F88 F90 F92
L10/TL10 L35 L40 L55 L60
F82 F88 F90 F92
L10/TL10 L35 L40 L55 L60
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Mahogany
Cherry
Standard Stickley mahogany and cherry finishes are available on John Widdicomb pieces at no additional charge.
Warranty
We believe so strongly in the integrity of our workmanship thatwe offer you the Stickley Lifetime Promise. We want you to be trulypleased with your Stickley furniture as it becomes an important partof your family for generations to come.
We offer a Manufacturer’s Limited Lifetime Warranty againstdefects on all case goods except dining and office chairs. Showld thefurniture fail structurally at any time during the lifetime of the original owner, because of workmanship or material, we will repairor replace at our discretion.
Stickley offers Five Year Limited Warranty against defects on thefollowing: dining chairs, office chairs, finishes, and mechanicaldevices (clock movements, recliner mechanisms, etc.). Should theseitems fail within five years of purchase due to manufacturing defects,we will repair or replace it at our discretion.
This warranty does not apply to fabric or leather supplied byStickley or the customer. Warranty does not apply to customer damage, alteration, or accident. Seasonal wood movement on solidwood products is normal and is not considered a warranty issue.
For a copy of the Stickley Warranty in its entirety, please ask yourStickley retailer or visit www.Stickley.com
With proper care, and the Stickley Lifetime Promise, you can beassured that your Stickley furniture is destined to become a cherished family heirloom.
Design
Stickley reserves the right to change, modify, discontinue or improveany product designs, finishes, or specifications at our discretion andwithout prior notice.
Care
For over a century, Stickley and John Widdicomb craftsmen havebeen making history by creating masterful pieces of furniture byhand. From designing each piece to executing the intricate details ofmaking it a work of art, each step is meticulously perfected. Becausewe have taken so much care in making the treasured antiques of thefuture, we hope you will cherish each Stickley piece, and care for itaccordingly, preserving its original beauty which will undoubtedly beenhanced with age. Please contact your John Widdicomb dealer orsales professional for detailed care guidelines for Stickley or JohnWiddicomb finishes or email us at [email protected].
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JW-0603 Jules Leleu Club Chair 34JW-0650L Leleu Chaise (Left Side Facing) 32, 33JW-0650R Leleu Chaise (Right Side Facing) 32, 33JW-1401 Single Drawer Night Stand 49JW-1402 Three Drawer Night Stand 48, 49JW-1405B High Post Queen Bed–Upholstery Panels 43JW-1405L High Post King Bed–Upholstery Panels 43JW-1405CL High Post California King Bed–
Upholstery Panels 43JW-1406B Low Post Queen Bed–Upholstery Panels 48, 49JW-1406L Low Post King Bed–Upholstery Panels 49JW-1406CL Low Post California King Bed–
Upholstery Panels 49JW-1407B Sunburst High Post Queen Bed 47JW-1407L Sunburst High Post King Bed 47JW-1407CL Sunburst High Post California King Bed 47JW-1408B Sunburst Low Post Queen Bed 42, 43JW-1408L Sunburst Low Post King Bed 43JW-1408CL Sunburst Low Post California King Bed 43JW-1410 Wardrobe 43JW-1411 Door Chest 43JW-1412-PD Entertainment Cabinet 43JW-1413-PD Entertainment Chest 43JW-1415 Triple Dresser 42, 44, 45JW-1416 Mirror 44, 45JW-1417 Tall Chest 45JW-1732 Neoclassical Etagere 11, 20, 21JW-1773 Klismos Side Chair 15, 16JW-1774 Klismos Arm Chair 15, 16JW-2708 Rateau Occasional Table 30, 31JW-2710 Russian Chest 24JW-2720 Tripod Table 33JW-2760 Petite Chareau Bench 33JW-2761 Chareau Bench 33JW-2762 Chareau Bench 33JW-2769 Chareau Club Chair 34, 35JW-2771 Iribe Salon Chair 30, 31
JW-2775 Louise XV Chaise 40, 41JW-3222 Neoclassical Cocktail Table 28JW-4230 Emilio Terry Sculptural Table 39JW-4818 Wheel Back Side Chair 40JW-4819 Wheel Back Arm Chair 40JW-5509 Russian Lamp Table 38JW-5571 Russian Side Chair 12, 13, 15JW-5572 Russian Arm Chair 12, 13, 15JW-5582 Russian Credenza 8, 9, 10 JW-5583 Russian China Top 8, 9JW-5588 Russian China Cabinet 10JW-5589 Russian Double China Cabinet 10JW-5590 Russian Triple China Cabinet 10JW-5593 Russian Center Table 26, 27JW-5597 Russian Dining Table 12, 13, 17JW-5789 Regency Commode 24JW-5940 Neoclassical Console Table 24, 25JW-5971 Lyre Back Side Chair 6, 7, 15JW-5972 Lyre Back Arm Chair 6, 7, 15JW-5991 Cheshire Double Pedestal Dining Table 6, 7, 18JW-5993 Center Table 26JW-6321 George III Occasional Table 37JW-6322 Chinoiserie Occasional Table 37JW-6381 Waldorf Sofa 28, 29JW-7064 Queen Anne Baroque Side Chair 11, 14 JW-7065 Queen Anne Baroque Arm Chair 11, 14JW-7191 Georgian Dining Table 11, 18JW-7328 Southhill Cocktail Table 31JW-7341 Robert Adam Demi-Lune Commode 22, 23JW-7345 George III Door Cabinet 22JW-7516 British India Mirror 12, 13, 21JW-7530 Saracenic Occasional Table 36JW-9804 Teapoy Pedestal Table 38JW-9828 English Rose Cocktail Table 28JW-9882A Regency Sideboard 18, 19JW-9896 Staffordshire Dining Table 16, 17
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John Widdicomb is in an exclusive categoryin today’s fine furniture market.
Having the ability and sheer skill
to execute successfully difficult designs
is one of the fundamental differences between
John Widdicomb and other manufacturers.
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